4. The Duke

Duke Kahanamoku

The Ambassador of Aloha

Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku (August 24, 1890 – January 22, 1968) was an American competition swimmer who was also known as an actor, lawman, early beach volleyball player and businessman credited with spreading the sport of surfing.Kahanamoku was a five-time Olympic medalist in swimming.

“In Hawai’i we greet friends, loved ones or strangers with ‘Aloha’ which means with love. Aloha is the key word to the universal spirit of real hospitality, which makes Hawai’i renowned as the world’s center for understanding and fellowship. Try meeting or leaving people with Aloha. You’ll be surprised by their reaction. I believe it, and it is my creed. Aloha to you.” – Duke Kahanamoku